Introduction to Health and Wellness

Health Introduction

• Health consists of four parts: physical, emotional, mental, and social.
• Four factors that determine health: lifestyle, environment, heredity, and healthcare.

Wellness

• Wellness is a state of being healthy and happy.
• 7 health skills: self-awareness, self-management, self-motivation, interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and coping.

Decision-Making Model

• Steps in the decision-making model: identify the problem, set goals, generate options, evaluate options, choose an option, implement, and evaluate.

Communication

• Aggressive behavior: assertive demands, critical comments, and condescending tone.
• Passive behavior: avoiding conflict, yielding to others, and neglecting own needs.
• Assertive behavior: clear and direct communication, respectful tone, and self-confidence.
• Active listening: maintaining eye contact, asking open-ended questions, and paraphrasing.

Behavior Change

• Steps to change a behavior: identify the behavior, set goals, assess readiness, develop a plan, and implement and evaluate.

Leading Causes of Death

• Leading cause of death for teens: accidents and violence.
• Leading cause of death for adults: heart disease and cancer.

Longevity

• 5 steps to longevity: maintain a healthy weight, exercise regularly, eat a balanced diet, manage stress, and get enough sleep.

Mindfulness

• Mindfulness: being fully present and engaged in the current moment.
• Mindlessness: being unaware of the current moment.
• Benefits of mindfulness: reduces stress, improves focus, and enhances well-being.
• Benefits of deep breathing: relaxes the body, reduces stress, and improves sleep.
• Guided imagery: visualization technique to promote relaxation and reduce stress.
• Benefits of guided imagery: reduces anxiety, improves mood, and enhances sleep.

Positive Thinking

• Benefits of positive thinking: improves mood, enhances well-being, and increases resilience.
• RAIN: recognize, accept, investigate, and non-identify with emotions.

Self-Compassion

• Self-compassion trumps self-esteem: focuses on self-kindness rather than self-evaluation.
• Benefits of a gratitude journal: increases gratitude, improves mood, and enhances well-being.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• CBT: helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors.

Empathy and Relaxation

• Empathy: understanding and sharing the feelings of others.
• Progressive relaxation: technique to reduce muscle tension and promote relaxation.
• Benefits of progressive relaxation: reduces stress, improves sleep, and enhances well-being.
• Affirmations: positive statements to promote self-confidence and self-esteem.
• Benefits of affirmations: improves mood, enhances self-confidence, and increases motivation.

Mindful Eating

• Mindful eating: paying attention to hunger and fullness cues, eating slowly, and savoring food.
• Benefits of mindful eating: improves digestion, reduces stress, and enhances well-being.

Mindful Music

• Mindful music: listening to music with intention and focus.
• Benefits of mindful music: reduces stress, improves mood, and enhances well-being.

Adult Coloring

• Benefits of adult coloring: reduces stress, improves focus, and enhances creativity.
• Mandala: a geometric design used for meditation and relaxation.
• Benefits of a mandala: promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and enhances creativity.

Perseverance and Self-Care

• Perseverance: persistent effort and determination.
• Self-care: taking care of one's physical, emotional, and mental health.
• Examples of self-care: exercise, meditation, and spending time with loved ones.

Self-Massage and Yoga

• Benefits of self-massage: reduces stress, improves sleep, and enhances well-being.
• Benefits of yoga: improves flexibility, reduces stress, and enhances well-being.

Sleep and Humor

• Sleep recommendations: 7-9 hours for adults, 9-11 hours for teens.
• Benefits of sleep: improves mood, enhances cognitive function, and increases energy.
• Humor: reduces stress, improves mood, and enhances well-being.

Nature and Mental Health

• Benefits of nature: reduces stress, improves mood, and enhances well-being.

Mental Health

• Definition of mental health: a state of emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
• Characteristics of a mentally healthy person: self-awareness, self-acceptance, and resilience.
• Definition of personality: a unique set of characteristics, traits, and behaviors.
• Definition of self-concept: an individual's perception of themselves.

Motivation and Personality Theories

• Intrinsic motivation: motivation driven by personal interest and enjoyment.
• Extrinsic motivation: motivation driven by external factors, such as reward or recognition.
• Psychoanalytic theory: focuses on unconscious thoughts and childhood experiences.
• Social learning theory: focuses on learned behaviors and environmental influences.
• Humanistic theory: focuses on personal growth, self-actualization, and human dignity.

Emotions and Emotional Intelligence

• Definition of emotions: complex psychological and physiological states.
• Emotional intelligence: the ability to recognize, understand, and manage emotions.
• 5 stages of death and dying: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.
• Defense mechanisms: coping strategies used to deal with stress and anxiety.

Stress and Mental Disorders

• Definition of stress: a response to a perceived threat or challenge.
• Stressor: an event or situation that triggers a stress response.
• Eustress: a positive and motivating stress response.
• Distress: a negative and debilitating stress response.
• Stages of the stress response: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Mental Disorders

• Definition of depression: a persistent feeling of sadness and hopelessness.
• Signs and symptoms of depression: changes in appetite, sleep, and energy.
• Causes of depression: genetics, environment, and psychological factors.
• Definition of anxiety: a persistent feeling of worry and fear.
• Signs and symptoms of anxiety: rapid heartbeat, sweating, and trembling.
• Causes of anxiety: genetics, environment, and psychological factors.
• Definition of bipolar disorder: a mood disorder characterized by extreme highs and lows.
• Signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder: changes in mood, energy, and sleep.
• Causes of bipolar disorder: genetics, environment, and psychological factors.

Tobacco, Alcohol, and Other Drugs

• Definition of drug use: the consumption of a drug for recreational or medicinal purposes.
• Definition of drug misuse: the consumption of a drug in excess or without a prescription.
• Definition of drug abuse: the consumption of a drug in a harmful or dangerous manner.
• Definition of addiction: a physical or psychological dependence on a drug.
• Definition of internal influence: genetic and biological factors that contribute to addiction.
• Definition of external influence: environmental and social factors that contribute to addiction.
• 4 key signs of addiction: tolerance, withdrawal, loss of control, and neglect of other activities.
• Risk factors for addiction: genetics, environment, and psychological factors.
• Protective factors against addiction: strong social support, healthy coping mechanisms, and positive self-esteem.

Brain Function and Addiction

• Areas of the brain: prefrontal cortex, amygdala, hippocampus, brain stem, and cerebellum.
• Functions of the brain: decision-making, emotional regulation, memory, and motor control.

DWI and FAS

• Definition of DWI: driving while intoxicated.
• Definition of FAS: fetal alcohol syndrome, a condition caused by prenatal alcohol exposure.
• Consequences of FAS: physical, cognitive, and behavioral disabilities.

Addiction and Mental Health

• Definition of enabler: someone who supports or enables an individual's addiction.
• Family dynamics with addiction: hero, scapegoat, lost child, and mascot.
• Benefits of quitting smoking: improves health, increases energy, and reduces risk of disease.
• Quit tips: counseling, medication, and support groups.

Social Health and Relationships

• Characteristics of healthy relationships: mutual respect, trust, and communication.
• Definition of sexual harassment: unwelcome sexual advances or behavior.
• Definition of quid pro quo: a form of sexual harassment involving exchange of favors.
• Definition of hostile environment: a workplace or environment that is hostile or intimidating.
• Statistics on sexual assault: 1 in 5 women and 1 in 71 men experience sexual assault.

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This quiz covers the basics of health, including the four parts of health, factors that determine health, and wellness. It also explores communication skills, decision-making, and behavior change.